2012 Ishikawa Orientation August 16th – 17th, 2012 Ishikawa Prefectural Office Table of Contents Noto: Regional Guide 1 Central: Regional Guide 4 Southern: Regional Guide 12 Driving in Ishikawa 23 Public Transport 29 Frugal Living 31 Daily Living 31 Banking and Paying 32 Postal Services 35 Nutrition and Eating Healthy 37 Gyms, Exercise and Sports 39 Introduction to Teaching Second Language Learners 40 Art, Culture and Event Resources 45 International and Domestic Travel 46 Supplemental Materials 56 Ishikawa Support System Map Work Expectation Guideline Sample Medical Intake Form (General Medicine) Sample Medical Intake Form (Dental) Evacuation/Injury Card Regional Guide Noto Presentation by Nathan Rathbun, Chelsea Robinson and Joanna Clark What is there to do in the Noto? The Noto has a rich history with many spots to appreciate traditional Japanese culture and the great outdoors. Temples and Shrines Soujiji Temple, Monzen (Wajima) | A Soto sect Myojoji Temple, Hakui | The head temple of Nichiren temple that first prospered as the headquarters of Soto Buddhist sect in the Hokuriku Region. This temple is Zen sect from 12th century to the late 17th century. frequented by many people in the Southern Noto and is a popular shrine to visit during the New Year. Keta Taisha Shrine, Hakui | 2,100 year old shrine that shows itself in various colors in different seasons. Museums Notojima Glass Art Museum, Notojima | The Wajima Urushi Art Museum, Wajima | The only museum displays unique glass sculptures based on museum in Japan which specialized in lacquer art. the original ideas from Picasso, Chagall and other Kiriko Lantern Museum, Wajima | Showcases artists. beautiful Kiriko lanterns painted in Wajima lacquer Notojima Aquarium, Notojima | This aquarium has style, plus a regular display of kiriko from different various species of sea creatures from all over Japan, parts of the Noto Peninsula. including ones that inhabit the Noto Peninsula Coast. Lacquerware Museum, Wajima | Learn about the Tsujiguchi Hironobu Confectionary Art Museum, history of Wajima lacquer ware and see some Wakura | Tsujiguchi was a famous confectioner born excellent examples of modern lacquer ware used in in Wakura. Visitors to the museum can see daily life. Tsujiguchi’s sugar artwork and, in the café, visitors can Go Nagai Museum, Wajima | Wajima native Nagai sample some of the original confectionaries arranged Go is the creator of numerous hit manga including by Tsujiguchi. “Devilman” and “Cutey Honey.” Nanao Art Museum, Nanao | A small museum which has housed many famous exhibits. Exhibits change regularly, so there is always something new to see. Outdoors and Sightseeing Mitsukejima Island, Suzu | The “battleship” island. through a unique chemistry between the sea and the This is one of the symbols of the Noto Peninsula. It rocks. has great sunset views. Rokugosaki “Lighthouse” | The northernmost cape Senmaida, Wajima | “One Thousand Rice Paddies” of Noto Peninsula. Visitors can enjoy a 180° This field contains thousands of rice paddies sloped panoramic view from Sado Island to the Tateyama down the coast in an interested geometric design. Alps. Ganmon and Hatago-iwa, Shika | A translucent cave Daibutsu, Anamizu | The only giant Buddha statue in mouth create by the erosion of a big rock rising out of the Noto. There is a small shop on the grounds that the sea. serves homemade soba. Asa-ichi, Wajima | Japanese ladies sell seafood, Yanagida Botanical Gardens, Yanagida | You can dried foods, vegetables and fruit, as well as chopsticks pick fresh blueberries here in the summer. The and bowls painted in Wajima lacquer ware style at the observatory holds one of the largest telescopes in the Morning Market. Open every day from 8am-11am. prefecture. Reservations necessary. Closed on the 10th and 25th of every month. Kibo no Oka Park, Nanano | A fun park with open Chirihama, Hakui | An 8km long beach on which you grass space for Frisbee, plus a hiking trail replete with can drive your car. One of the few beach driveways in cool obstacle courses and tons of kids’ attractions. Japan. In the summer, small shops sell various snacks Shokusai Ichiba Fisherman’s Wharf, Nanao | along the beach. Includes a market with souvenir shops, restaurants Sosogi Coast, Wajima | Sosogi coast is famous for its and other sightseeing spots. Right on the bay and the landscape, with magnificently rugged cliffs created center point of many festivals and cultural events. 1 Onsen and Sento Souyu, Wakura-Onsen Castle Manai, Anamizu Nagomi, Noto Yanagida Onsen, Yanagida Shopping Nanao Area Nappy Mall | This mall contains a Dontaku grocery store, Yamaya (great store for cheap alcohol, Western snacks, condiments, etc.), kaitenzushi, curry, an excellent video rental shop (Kikuzawa) and more. AL Plaza | Lots of restaurants and a decent selection of stores. There’s also a bowling alley and karaoke. Patoria | Nanao’s department store is across from the station. Contains a Daiwa, Yuni, Mister Donuts, coffee shop and a standard assortment of department store fare. Bay Mall | A new shopping area with Mos Burger, Dontaku grocery, Coco’s Restaurant, a nice bakery and more. Located near the large hospital in Nanao. Minacle | Next to Patoria and across the street from Nanao station. There is a gym, kaitenzushi, crepe shop and library on the second floor. There is also a government office on the second floor where you can apply for an alien registration card. Asty | Home to Nanao’s largest electronics store, Yamada Denki, and a grocery store. Near Komaruyama Park. Wajima Wai Plaza | Home to Yamada Denki, a large supermarket, a home and garden center and other small stores. Anamizu Dontaku | This large chain supermarket is located in a shopping center off the Noto Yuryo. There is also a Hyakuman Bolt Electronics Store, Movietime and Shimamura. Kahoku AEON Kahoku | Large grocery store, Kaldi Coffee for imported goods, Cinema Sunshine movie theater, Starbucks, good bookstore, 100 yen store and much more. Restaurants Nanao Advance | An izakaya with a very tasty menu. Located behind Minacle, near the station. The chef is very friendly to JETs. Sennari | An izakaya located on Ribbon Street. A typical combinations of Japanese food, German-British-Mexican décor and Kentucky bluegrass music. Fish n’ Chips | A popular destination for JETs not in the mood for Japanese, this has a good mix of food. Rio Italian Restaurant | Across from the Wharf, on the second floor overlooking the bay. Great sunset views, but a little pricier than other fare in Nanao. Reasonable lunch prices. Serves delicious Japanese-Italian, desserts and wine. Great atmosphere (and a perfect date location). Ganbare-ya (“Yellowhouse”) | A yellow building next to the station. Great ramen, friendly owners. Minoji | An izakaya located on Mos-doori. fun atmosphere and good food, most notably the deadly “Sushi Roulette.” Café Moritat and Hatabou Sanku Udon | A coffee shop with a master. Excellent hot homemade cocoa and cheesecake. The udon place has handmade udon in a variety of hot and cold styles. Vegetarian options available. Noto-cho, Suzu, Yanagida Flatt’s Bakery | This lovely bakery in Noto-cho off the 249 has a relaxed atmosphere and very good food. The bakery looks out onto the ocean and on very clear days you can see Mount Tateyama in the distance. Free Wi-Fi available. 2 Nihonkai Club Beer Brewery | Often called the most random restaurant in the Noto, Nihonkai has freshly brewed beer and wonderful fusion-style food. Don’t forget to try to emu, which is raised locally. The view is spectacular. Nizami Coffee | This coffee specialty store in Suzu has two locations. One sells on coffee beans and the other is a full café with delicious cakes. Mizuho Gelato Stand | This great find is located on the 249 between Noto-cho and Anamizu. It has great flavors, including some made with local goods—try Suzu salt and Yanagida blueberry. The owner speaks a little English and is eager to use it. Deko, Suzu | An okonomiyaki restaurant with a good selection of Japanese alcoholic beverages. Vegetarian options and a bilingual staff. Anamizu and Wajima Noto Winery | Come visit the winery in Anamizu for free tastings. Ki no Koe (Temple Café) | Located in the Sosoji district of Wajima on the grounds of Kanakuradera Temple. This is an open café that serves homemade food; the pizza and desserts are especially good. A bit difficult to find, so you’d better take a veteran JET with you. Hanaden | Located on the 249 across from Don Don Udon, this yakiniku restaurant is a bit pricier than the other in Anamizu, but the meat is better quality. They have pretty authentic ishiyaki bibimbap and great kalbi. Hitenryu | The other yakiniku place located in the airport/Suzu road. It has a new feel and is always busy. Free ice cream at the end of every meal! Vio Bell | On the outskirts of town near the Noto Winery. They serve homemade pasta in the summer, herb cookies, interesting flavored soft serve, plenty of other dishes, tea and coffee. You’ll probably need a veteran JET to show you the way. Closes early (7pm!) and there’s only one chef; not the best bet if you’re in a hurry. Coco’s | Open until midnight with a free refill soft drink bar. Marchen Bakery, Anamizu | A bakery and coffee shop with a variety of Japanese- and Western-style pastries. Fugu Restaurant | Located on the 249 towards Nanao, this newish restaurant specializes in blowfish and other fish. You can check out the current underwater conditions thanks to a video camera set up in the water. L’estranger, Wajima (“The Orange Place”) | A restaurant with generous portions of Japanese home-style food— omuraisu, yakisoba and curry. Malga Gelato | Gelateria with locations in Noto-cho and Nonoichi. They serve handmade, local gelato and sherbet in a variety of seasonal flavors.